Guilty Plea Leads to Successful Relocation of Hazardous Lake Michigan Barge by Traverse City Owner
A sunken Lake Michigan barge has been successfully moved following legal action; the owner, Donald Balcom, complied with court orders to avoid a felony charge, fulfilling his agreement ahead of schedule.
Former Detroit Officer Charged With Threatening Family, Vandalism in Macomb County
Ex-Detroit cop Rick Allen Fields faces charges for threatening his ex-wife and stepchildren and vandalizing property. He's charged with telecommunication misuse and property destruction and released on bond with a GPS monitor requirement.
Michigan Gaming Control Board Cracks Down on 19 Unlicensed Online Gambling Operations
The Michigan Gaming Control Board issued cease-and-desist orders to 19 unlicensed gambling entities, with the MGCB Executive Director highlighting the risk to citizens and the integrity of the gaming industry.
74-Year-Old Detroit Woman in Critical Condition After Near-Drowning in Cass Lake
An elderly woman in critical condition after being rescued from Cass Lake, where she had been mistaken for snorkeling while unresponsive in shallow water. Quick actions by bystanders and paramedics were crucial.












